Our mission

to unlock wave energy cost-effectively

Founded in 2020

Dutch Wave Power was founded by Sten and Hans after 2 years of research and development, because they share the same personal goal: fight global warming and reduce CO2 emissions to keep this world safe!

TEAM

sten.jpg
Sten Swanenberg

Co-founder

Sten is responsible for operational matters, communication and relations. Sten is specialized in design, testing, software and data so that all information that is needed is available, understood and converted into improvements and optimisations. In addition, Sten has extensive knowledge of wave dynamics and sea conditions.

Sten holds a master degree in Industrial Design Engineering at Technical University Delft specialized in Innovation Management.

During his studies, renewable energy was already key: building solar cars and graduating on the introduction of alternative fuels in the Netherlands. In his career Sten has held many positions within the sustainable energy sector and also coached start-ups.

Sten excels in building a community of specialists around us, helping to create the path for us to walk on.

hans.jpg
Hans Lustig

Co-founder

Hans is the technical designer, specialized in concept design, modelling and manufacturing.

Hans holds a master degree in Aerospace Engineering at Technical University Delft, specialized in production, design and materials.

After an international career in the technical plastics industry he worked for 20 years at energy company Essent in the field of electricity, gas and solar power.

All his knowledge and experience comes together in unlocking wave energy to keep this planet save and sustainable for us all!